Articles on the Environment and Water
Asian Carp in the Great Lakes? This Means War!
TIME, February 9, 2010
Experts Call for Closure of Locks to Thwart Carp
Detroit News, February 9, 2010
Multi-County Group Forms to Address Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
Arenac County Independent, February 9, 2010
Washington Offers Plan to Control Asian Carp
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 8, 2010
Officials Detail Plan to Handle Asian Carp Threat
Chicago Tribune, February 8, 2010
Iowans Want Progress, Not Finger-Pointing, on Water Quality
Des Moines Register, February 8, 2010
Asian Carp Summit at White House Today
Traverse City Record-Eagle, February 8, 2010
Growing Together: Communty Gardens Thrive in Indy
Indianapolis Star, February 8, 2010
Asian Carp Discussion Moves to Washington
Chicago Tribune, February 7, 2010
Obama Proposes Steep Cut in Great Lakes Initiative
Green Bay Press Gazette, February 7, 2010
Carp Talks May Miss Bigger Lake Challenge
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 7, 2010
Feds' Asian Carp Plan All Wet
Detroit Free Press, February 7, 2010
Carbon Reduction Method Ineffective: U Study Shows Farmland Conversion Would Not Significantly Offset Emissions
Minnesota Daily, February 7, 2010
Lake St. Clair Star of Tourism Effort: Destinations Along Its Shoreline Highlighted
Detroit Free Press, February 7, 2010
Lock Closures to Keep Carp Out Could Be Hard, Helpful
Detroit Free Press, February 6, 2010
Monsanto 'Skunk Works' Project Cleans Up on Tires, Seeks Headquarters
St. Louis Business Journal, February 5, 2010
South Milwaukee Warns Residents to Avoid Using Water
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 5, 2010
Nine Projects in Johnston Stormwater Plan
Des Moines Register, February 5, 2010
Michigan Study Disputes Economic Effect of Closing 2 Chicago Locks
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 4, 2010
Asian Carp - and Other Threats
Detroit Free Press, February 3, 2010
Great Lakes Groups Lobby for More Funds
Detroit Free Press, February 3, 2010
Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Cleans 98.3% of Waste and Strom Water in '09
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 3, 2010
Protect Waterways with Same Rules for All Polluters
Des Moines Register, February 3, 2010
Southwest Detroit Residents Want Industrial Development Halted in Neighborhood
Detroit News, February 3, 2010
Feud Freezes Minnehaha Creek Work
Minneapolis Star Tribune, February 3, 2010
County Considers Hydroelectric Plant near Estabrook Dam
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 3, 2010
Clyde Plans to Generate Electricity from Trash
Toledo Blade, February 3, 2010
Peterson Fights EPA Regulation of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Minneapolis Star Tribune, February 2, 2010
Conservation Needed to Prevent Drain on Water Reserves
Chicago Tribune, February 2, 2010
Experts: Preserve Great Lakes Wetlands
Traverse City Record-Eagle, February 1, 2010
Global-Warming Bill Kills State Jobs
Green Bay Gazette, February 1, 2010
January 2010
State Leaders Quit their Carping, Fight Together
Detroit Free Press, January 31, 2010
Tough Choices Follow in Wake of Invasive Species
Washington Post, January 31, 2010
State to Help Waukesha Study Impact of Water Diversion
Superior Telegram, January 31, 2010
Global Warming Means Wacky Weather Near Great Lakes
Detroit News, January 28, 2010
Fatal Fish Virus Now in All of the Great Lakes
Associated Press, January 28, 2010
Waukesha Wastewater Would Not Degrade Underwood Creek, Study Finds
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 28, 2010
Wind Power Is Far from Leaving Port
Lansing State Journal, January 27, 2010
Obama Hasn't Given Up on Climate Bill
Des Moines Register, January 27, 2010
Danger Posed by Carp Is Questioned: Experts Disagree on What Constitutes an Invasion
Detroit Free Press, January 26, 2010
Cranes Worth Millions to Nebraska
Omaha World Herald, January 26, 2010
Radioactive Industrial Site Stands in Way of Completing Cleveland's Towpath Trail
Cleveland Plain Dealer, January 26, 2010
Preserve Water, Protect Rights
Traverse City Record-Eagle, January 26, 2010
States' Attorneys General Request Presence at Obama Carp Summit
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 25, 2010
Chicago Is the Only U.S. Metro Area that Would Fail Proposed Nitrogen Oxide Limits
Chicago Tribune, January 25, 2010
Carp DNA: Researchers Treat Lake Like a Crime Scene
Chicago Tribune, January 24, 2010
At Center of Offshore Wind Farm Debate: How Close to Shore?
Muskegon Chronicle, January 24, 2010
Crop Irrigation Could Be Cooling Midwest
ScienceNews, January 22, 2010
Department of Natural Resources Allows Major Expansion for Dairy Operation
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 22, 2010
Cleaner River = Global Warming: That's the Argument from Agency Opposed to Killing Bacteria in City's Sewage
Chicago Tribune, January 21, 2010
Asian Carp Summit Could Be Held in Early February
Associated Press, January 21, 2010
Illinois Officials Strategize Unified Effort to Fight Lake Invasion of Carp
Medill Reports Chicago, January 21, 2010
Senators Seek to Block EPA Climate Rules
Des Moines Register, January 21, 2010
Carp Data Came Too Late for High Court
Detroit News, January 21, 2010
Water Rates Jump More than 9%
Detroit News, January 21, 2010
Local Politician's New Book Tackles Global Warming, Job Creation
Belleville News Democrat, January 21, 2010
White House Will Host Carp Summit
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 20, 2010
FirstEnergy Asks EPA for Break on New Mercury Discharge Levels at Lakeshore Plant in
Cleveland
Cleveland Plain Dealer, January 20, 2010
Smaller Climate Bill May Get Closer Look
Des Moines Register, January 20, 2010
Ontario Must Update Rules to Stop Pollution of Great Lakes: Environmentalists
Canadian Press, January 20, 2010
Environmental Group Raps Oil and Gas Drillers, Claims Drinking Water Supplies Threatened
Cleveland Plain Dealer, January 19, 2010
Lake Erie and Ohio River Are Designated Ohio DOT's Marine Highway Corridors
Cleveland Plain Dealer, January 19, 2010
Asian Carp DNA Found in Lake Michigan
Chicago Tribune, January 19, 2010
Asian Carp DNA Found as Closure Rejected
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 19, 2010
Asian Carp DNA Found in Lake Michigan; High Court Inaction Angers Michigan Leaders
Detroit News, January 19, 2010
Joliet Seeks Hike in EPA Radium Limits: Higher Levels of Substance Would End Up in Soil
Chicago Tribune, January 18, 2010
Carp-Fighting Lawsuit Doesn't Aim to Flood Chicago
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 18, 2010
What Carp-Fighting Measures Michigan Wants to See
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 18, 2010
State Parks, Lakes A Big Draw
Des Moines Register, January 18, 2010
Widlife Federation Challenges State's Ballast Rules
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 17, 2010
Mercury Limits Disregarded
Columbus Dispatch, January 17, 2010
Ann Arbor's Greenbelt Program Making Strides on Preserving Open Space
AnnArbor.com, January 17, 2010
BP's Whiting Refinery Plans Temporary Shutdown
Indianapolis Star, January 16, 2010
Making Waves: Michigan Port Collaborative
Monroe News, January 16, 2010
Carbon Tax Preferable to Cap and Trade
Minneapolis Star Tribune, January 15, 2010
Supreme Court Doesn't Take Action Today on Asian Carp
Detroit Free Press, January 15, 2010
Opposition Growing to Norwegian Company's Proposed Offshore Wind Farm
Muskegon Chronicle, January 15, 2010
Battery Maker to Hire 540: Plants Set for Livonia, Romulus Offer Range of Jobs in Producing Hybrid Car Power Packs
Detroit News, January 15, 2010
New Year's Resolution: It's Time for a Fresh Look at Climate Change Policy
Sioux City Journal, January 14, 2010
Air Quality Alert: Minnesoans Urged Not to Drive, Skip Workout
Minneapolis Star Tribune, January 14, 2010
Slow Start to Recycling Program for Small Businesses in Suburbs
Des Moines Register, January 14, 2010
River, Lock Businesses Fear Fallout of Canal's Closing
Chicago Tribune, January 13, 2010
Senator Dick Durbin Tries to Reassure Great Lakes States Suing Illinois Over Invasive Fish
Chicago Tribune, January 13, 2010
Indiana Plants Land Green-Vehicle Grants
Indianapolis Star, January 12, 2010
Lake Michigan Wind Farm Not Likely in Chicago
Crain's Business Chicago, January 11, 2010
Lake Erie Might Quench Thirst for Offshore Wind Energy Project
Akron Beacon Journal, January 11, 2010
Carp DNA Found Closer to the Lake
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 11, 2010
Bryan Takes Lead in Drive to Protect Its Precious Water
Toledo Blade, January 11, 2010
Concern High on Cap and Trade: Agricultural Interests Fret about Getting Say on Controversial Leglislation
Sioux Falls Argus Leader, January 10, 2010
President Misses the Boat on Asian Carp Danger
Toledo Blade, January 10, 2010
Let's Hope Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox Can Get Harmful Canal Closed
Detroit Free Press, January 10, 2010
Asian Carp: Take that Carp and Fry It
Chicago Tribune, January 10, 2010
Detroit Automakers Deliver Impressive Lineup
Detroit News, January 10, 2010
Indiana's Plugged In to an Auto Revival
Indianapolis Star, January 10, 2010
Stimulus Funds Sought for White Lake Shoreline Restoration
Muskegon Chronicle, January 10, 2010
Metro Taxis Going Green to Save Green
Detroit News, January 9, 2010
Winter Weather Offers Opportunity to Start New Year with Environmental Purpose
Muncie Free Press, January 9, 2010
Chicago-Style Politics Put Lakes in Peril
Port Huron Times Herald, January 8, 2010
Preview: America's Water Crisis
CBS News, January 8, 2010
Pomeroy Announces Introduction of Legislation to Prohibit EPA Regulation of Greenhouse Gases
Congressman Earl Pomeroy, North Dakota, January 8, 2010
Global Warming Hits Madison!
Daily Page, January 8, 2010
Proposed Air Quality Standards Would Affect Central Illinois
Peoria Journal Star, January 8, 2010
Is Your Builder a Green Builder?
Indianapolis Star, January 8, 2010
Cox Criticizes Obama Over Carp
Detroit Free Press, January 7, 2010
GM Marks Production of Battery in Brownstown
Detroit Free Press, January 7, 2010
US Climate Change Legislation Q&A: What Will Happen in 2010?
Guardian, January 7, 2010
Michigan Balks at Obama's Stance in Asian Carp Fight
Christian Science Monitor, January 6, 2010
Grant Will Help Educate about the Great Lakes
ABC, January 6, 2010
Another Big Red River Flood Predicted
Minneapolis Star Tribune, January 6, 2010
Farmers Fear Fallout from Film, Activists
Des Moines Register, January 6, 2010
City Panel OKs Water Rate Discounts to Attract Development
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 5, 2010
Illinois Fights Back Over Carp Lawsuit
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 5, 2010
Maker of Electric Car to Open Plant in Indiana
Cleveland Plain Dealer, January 5, 2010
New York to Enter Asian Carp Debate
Associated Press, January 4, 2010
The Midwest Has a Responsibility to Combat Climate Change - and Opportunities to Benefit the Region in Doing So
MinnPost.com, January 4, 2010
Great Lakes Czar Speaks on Asian Carp, Restoration Initiative, Sidestps Exemptions for Polluting Saginaw River Ships
Bay City Times, January 4, 2010
Environmental Gains in Wisconsin
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 4, 2010
MSD Faces Big Challenges in Reducing Sewage Overflows into Mississippi
St. Louis Beacon, January 3, 2010
Detroit Cultivates Urban Farm Initiative
Chicago Tribune, January 3, 2010
Coal Plant Air Permit Is Another Answer in a Necessary, Continuing Debate
Saginaw News, January 3, 2010
Farmers Were Green Before Green Was Cool
Argus Leader, January 2, 2010
Lake Erie's Water Level Rebounds, But Poses Hazards for Presque Isle
Erie Times-News, January 2, 2010
Fight Against Asian Carp Threatens Fragile Great Lakes Unity
New York Times, January 2, 2010
The Chicago Water Heist that Just Keeps on Taking
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 1, 2010
Local Communities Are Concerned about Sewer District Fee
Sun Star Courier, January 1, 2010
Ontario Takes Asian Carp Fight to U.S. Supreme Court
CTV News, January 1, 2010
December 2009
Indiana Joins Lawsuit to Keep Asian Carp from Lake
Chicago Sun Times, December 31, 2009
Closing Midwest Waterway Would Disrupt U.S. Economy, Group Says
Wall Street Journal, December 31, 2009
A Hole in the St. Clair River: Getting the Water Flow Just Right Will Need Fuller Study
Detroit Free Press, December 31, 2009
Regional Recycling Talks Continue
Sandusky Register, December 31, 2009
Wisconsin Joins Legal Battle to Stop Spread of Giant Carp
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 30, 2009
Corps Rejects Cedar Rapids Flood Plan
Des Moines Register, December 30, 2009
Increase in Hunting, Fishing Fees to Generate Needed Revenue for Conservation Efforts
Quincy Herald-Whig, December 30, 2009
Minnesota, Ohio Join Lawsuit Against Illinois Over Asian Carp
Christian Science Monitor, December 29, 2009
2010 Iowa Legislature: Environment on Back Burner
Des Moines Register, December 29, 2009
Red River Flooding Solution Is a Problem to Some
New York Times, December 29, 2009
Water Incentives Development Plan Getting City Review
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 29, 2009
Levels of Great Lakes Continue to Rise
Detroit News, December 28, 2009
Using the Natural Methods of 'Biomimicry' to Fix Cleveland's Cuyahoga River
Cleveland Plain Dealer, December 28, 2009
Mercury Emissions Rise in Illinois, Even as Figures Drop Nationwide
Chicago Tribune, December 28, 2009
Steamships Still Allowed on Great Lakes Ports
St. Cloud Times, December 28, 2009
Michigan Sues to Protect Great Lakes from Asian Carp
Washington Post, December 27, 2009
After Copenhagen: Make Agriculture More Resilient
Des Moines Register, December 27, 2009
Plans Under Way for Muskegon Shoreline Restoration
Muskegon Chronicle, December 26, 2009
Lakefront Communities Working on Developing Coast
Northern Ohio News-Herald, December 26, 2009
New EPA Rules Affect Few Here
Jackson Citizen Patriot, December 25, 2009
Group: Closing Local Waterways Will Hurt Area
Herald News, December 24, 2009
South Dakota Is Part of Climate Change Solution
Argus Leader, December 23, 2009
City Council OKS Try for Marina Grant
Toledo Blade, December 23, 2009
Cuyahoga, Other Big Ohio Rivers Cleaning Up
Akron Beacon Journal, December 22, 2009
Minnesota Fish, Wildlife Habitat to Get $3.7M in Grants Next Year
Minneapolis Star Tribune, December 22, 2009
In Defense of Clean Water
Indianapolis Star, December 21, 2009
USDA, Penn State University Invest in Training New Farmers
Farm and Dairy, December 21, 2009
Sewer District to Add Fee to Home and Business Owners to Manage Storm Water
Cleveland Plain Dealer, December 21, 2009
Michigan Files Suit in US High Court Over Asian Carp
New York Times, December 21, 2009
Environmental Group Threatens Lawsuit to Block BNSF Rail Hub
Kansas City Star, December 21, 2009
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Project Concludes Global Warming Will Cut Across the State's Economic Fabric
Green Bay Press Gazette, December 20, 2009
Scientists: Wisconsin Will Benefit from Strong Climate Legislation
Green Bay Press Gazette, December 20, 2009
$15.6M Grant Will Rebuild Vital Dock in St. Louis
Asssociated Press, December 19, 2009
Plugging Path of Asian Carp Urged: U.S. Lawmakers from Great Lakes States Appeal to EPA, Army Corps
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 18, 2009
Upping the Ante on Waterway Relief
Indianapolis Star, December 18, 2009
Global Green USA Finds City Fertile Ground
Youngstown Business Journal Daily, December 18, 2009
Great Lakes Levels Will Be Even Or Up to Start Boating Season
Detroit News, December 18, 2009
Payment Plan Suggested for Ankeny Drainage Projects
Des Moines Register, December 18, 2009
Rosendale Dairy: It's a Committment
Fond du Lac Reporter, December 17, 2009
Vilsack Questions Department's Own Climate Analysis
Des Moines Register, December 17, 2009
Agriculture Is Part of Climate Change Solution
Detroit Free Press, December 16, 2009
Action Needed to Protect Great Lakes from Asian Carp Invasion: State Legislators Send Letter to Congressional Great Lakes Task Force Members
National Caucus of Environmental Legislators, December 16, 2009
Lake Michigan Wind Farm a Tough Sell
Ludington Daily News, December 16, 2009
Panel: St. Clair River Not Draining Great Lakes
Detroit Free Press, December 16, 2009
Lake Wind Is Power Source
Wall Street Journal, December 16, 2009
Workshops Planned to Share Info With Wisconsin
Winnipeg Free Press, December 16, 2009
Grandholm Touts Program to Help with Weatherization
Detroit News, December 16, 2009
Erosion Has Made Lake Michigan Notably Shallower
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 15, 2009
Climate Talks Affect Midwest
South Washington County Bulletin, December 15, 2009
Experts: Global Emissions Impasse Hurts Business
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 15, 2009
Milwaukee Companies Ready for Green Push
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 14, 2009
Battle Over Bottled Water Still Unresolved
Traverse City Record-Eagle, December 14, 2009
Groups Feat $475M in Great Lakes Cleanup Money Will Go to Fill Budget Gaps Instead
Bay City Times, December 13, 2009
While Climate Debate Rages, Farmers in Iowa Are Growing Food Responsibly
Des Moines Register, December 13, 2009
Stakes Are High for Ohio, Great Lakes Region
Toledo Blade, December 13, 2009
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Highlights Role of Agriculture in Climate Change
U.S. Department of Agriculture, December 12, 2009
Copenhagen Talks Will Hopefully Keep Midwestern Needs in Mind
Estehrville Daily News, December 12, 2009
Coast Guard Sets Sights on Invasive Species: Rules Designed to Protect Great Lakes
Manitowoc Hertald Times Reporter, December 12, 2009
Countries Need to Work Together Against Climate Change
Wooster Daily Record, December 11, 2009
Now Through February 1, Time to Enroll in Conservation Programs
Omaha World Herald, December 11, 2009
Tap Michigan Water Supply for Education Funds?
Detroit Free Press, December 10, 2009
Steep Price of Wiping Out Ash Borer Bugs Oak Forest
Chicago Tribune, December 11, 2009
EPA's Finding on Greenhouse Gases Is a Game Changer
Minnpost.com, December 10, 2009
The Latest From the Global Warming Conference
Minneapolis Star Tribune, December 9, 2009
UWM Presenting Freshwater School Plans to University Board
The Business Journal of Milwaukee, December 9, 2009
Copenhagen: Why the U.S. Should Build a Green City
Harvard Business Publishing, December 9, 2009
Local Coalition Announces Climate Advisory Group
Minot Daily News, December 9, 2009
Road Salt Quickly Makes Its Way to Area Streams: Contents in Honey Creek Could Kill Fish
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 9, 2009
Asian Carp: Workers Fail to Net Invasive Species in Calumet Sag Channel
Chicago Tribune, December 9, 2009
Letter to the Editor: Now is the Time to Take Action on Global Warming
Jamestown Sun, December 9, 2009
Cox to File Lawsuit to Block Carp: Legal Action to Close Canal Locks May Be Filed in Supreme Court
Detroit Free Press, December 6, 2009
Asian Carp: U.S. May Close Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal
Chicago Tribune, December 6, 2009
Carbon Dioxide Affecting Growth of Quaking Aspen
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 6, 2009
The Midwest Is the Leading Edge on Oil Sands
Climate Compass, December 4, 2009
Breathing Easier About Plant Diversity
Minnpost.com, December 4, 2009
Asian Carp: State's Fish Kill in Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal Yields Only 1 Asian Carp
Chicago Tribune, December 4, 2009
Local Plant Poised to Get $20M Grant: Refinery Makes Diesel Fuel from Organic Waste Matter
Toledo Blade, December 4, 2009
Environmentalists, Shippers Criticize Ballast Plan
Associated Press, December 3, 2009
More than $590,000 Awarded for Restoration in Great Lakes
Petoskey News, December 3, 2009
Chippewa River Critical to Durand's Tourism, Economic Development, Part of the Small Towns: Fork in the Road series
Leader-Telegram, December 3, 2009
Natural Attractions, Entrepreneurial Spirit Offer Future for Durand, Part of the Small Towns: Fork in the Road series
Leader-Telegram, December 3, 2009
Cap-and-Trade Means Plant-a-Tree for U.S. Farms
Reuters, December 3, 2009
Area Water Sector Expects High Profits, More Jobs
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 2, 2009
Survey Finds Irrigation Drop
Omaha World-Herald, December 2, 2009
Concentrate on the Climate for Jobs
St. Paul Pioneer Press, December 2, 2009
Lake Michigan Pollution: Highland Park Project Aims to Curb Sewage Flow
Chicago Tribune, December 2, 2009
Water Exhibit at Cleveland's Great Lakes Science Center Explores Environmental, Social Issues
Cleveland Plain Dealer, December 2, 2009
DNR: 2010 Will Not Be Water Short in Republican Basin
Omaha World-Herald, December 1, 2009
Eight Groups Request Quicker Crackdown on Invasive Species in Lake Superior
St. Paul Pioneer Press, December 1, 2009
November 2009
Water Plan Aims to Help Jobs Flow: Milwuakee, with an Abundant Supply, Seeks to Offer Discounts to Businesses
Wall Street Journal, November 30, 2009
American Farmers Must Step Up on Climate Change
Des Moines Register, November 29, 2009
We Shouldn't Wait for the Tap to Go Dry
Toledo Blade, November 29, 2009
Scientists Trying to Find Out Why Warblers Are Dwindling
Chicago Sun-Times, November 28, 2009
More Bad News (Plus a Glimmer of Hope) About Asian Carp
Detroit Free Press, November 27, 2009
Report: Indiana Power Plants 4th Dirtiest in US
Associated Press, November 25, 2009
EPA Warned of Lawsuit over Runoff Pollution
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, November 25, 2009
Dam the Carp! No More Dithering on Invasive Species
Huffington Post, November 25, 2009
Motley Pays for Water Quality Violations
Minneapolis Star Tribune, November 24, 2009
EPA Calls for Best Projects for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Funding
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, November 23, 2009
A Woman's Perspective on the PolyMet Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Minnpost.com, November 23, 2009
Oil Mist Released from Ohio Refinery
Cleveland Plain Dealer, November 23, 2009
Air-Pollution Levels Raise Concern in the Twin Cities and Rochester
Minneapolis Star Tribune, November 23, 2009
Beyond Coal ... Winners and Losers: Local Utilities Support Efforts to Reduce Greenhouse Gases But Differ on How to Do It Fairly
La Crosse Tribune, November 22, 2009
The Middle East and Midwest Come Together in Water Tech Partnerships
Circle of Blue Water News, November 20, 2009
Asian Carp Could Hurt Boating, Fishing Industry in Great Lakes
Wall Street Journal, November 20, 2009
The Value of Water
Huffington Post, November 20, 2009
New Report Details Negative Effects of Coal Combustion
Des Moines Register, November 19, 2009
Purdue Professor Contributed to Troubling CO2 Report
Lafayette Journal & Courier, November 18, 2009
Indiana Dunes Threatened by Climate Change, Report Warns: Experts Say Some Noticeable Changes Already Affecting Plants, Wildlife
Chicago Tribune, November 18, 2009
Downstream Towns in Midwest Worried about Red River Diversion
Insurance Journal, November 17, 2009
Leasing Water System Could Be a Risky Move for Chicago: Mayor Richard Daley Could Learn from Other Cities' Experiences
Chicago Tribune, November 16, 2009
A New Park to Save the Plains
Kansas City Star, November 14, 2009
Asian Carp to be Poisoned in Illinois: Illinois to Poison Stretch of Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal to Keep Invasive Species Out of Lake Michigan
Chicago Tribune, November 14, 2009
'Walking the Walk': Pioneer's Sustainability Commitment Earned It ABC's First Certified Green Contractor Designation in the Midwest
MLive.com, November 12, 2009
Farmers v Greens: The Biggest Obstacle to a Climate-Change Bill is Rural America
Economist, November 12, 2009
Mich. Senate OKs Funding Change for State Parks
Detroit News, November 12, 2009
USDA Secretary Vilsack and South Dakota Governor Rounds Agree to Improve James River Water Quality and Enhance Area Wildlife Habitat
Press Release, November 10, 2009
Widespread Pollution Taints Iowa Streams: Find Out Which Sewage Plants are Violating State Limits
Des Moines Register, November 8, 2009
Feds Pony Up Toward Great Lakes Water ‘Magic’
Brookings Institution, November 4, 2009
October 2009
Other Farm States May Copy Ohio's Vote on Livestock Rules
Cleveland Plain Dealer, October 28, 2009
Retooled Farm Subsidy Program Focuses on Conservation
Des Moines Register, October 28, 2009
Great Lakes Aid Isn't a Cure-All: Despite $475 Million Restoration Plan, Damage Continues in Freshwater System
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, October 25, 2009
State Mercury Rules Major Breakthrough for Children’s Health, Great Lakes Quality
The Michigan News, October 20, 2009
Obama's EPA Cracks Down, Orders More Tests for BP Refinery
Chicago Tribune, October 20, 2009
Grand Valley State University's Wind Test Platform Planned for Lake Michigan
Muskegon Chronicle, October 18, 2009
All Great Lakes Surpass Last Year's Water Levels
Detroit News, October 16, 2009
EPA: Midwest Loses in Cap-and-Trade Bill: Utilities Here would be Hit Harder than Others
Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, October 13, 2009
Some Coal Plants Cleanse the Air at the Expense of Waterways
New York Times, October 12, 2009
September 2009 and earlier
Proposed Freshwater School Site Needs Help
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 26, 2009
Senate Passes $400M Great Lakes Bill
Detroit News, September 24, 2009
Obama Taps Beachy of Danforth Plant Science Center to Lead New Food and Agriculture Institute
St. Louis Beacon, September 23, 2009
Milwaukee Water Council Wins Federal Grant
Business Journal of Milwaukee, September 22, 2009
Great Lakes Consultants Hold Back Public Comments on Study
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 11, 2009
BaySail Unveils Design for New Saginaw Bay Environmental Education Center
MLive.com, August 18, 2009
Michigan Tech, Army Corps to Study Nation's Shores
Detroit News, August 17, 2009
Subdivisions Designed for Conservation Get a Boost
Chicago Tribune, August 5, 2009
Addressing Climate Change Could Revitalize Rural America
Des Moines Register, July 21, 2009
Great Lakes Advocate Wins White House Role
Chicago Tribune, June 21, 2009
Bustle is Notably Absent from Port of Milwaukee: Dwindling Flow of Cargo Serves as a Bellweather for the Broader Economy
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 23, 2009
Nuclear Waste Has No Place to Go
Chicago Tribune, March 11, 2009
Gearing Up to Advance the Green Economy
Huffington Post, November 17, 2008
The Great Lakes: Obama, McCain Differ on Financial Support for Cleanup Efforts
Wisconsin State Journal, October 24, 2008
Refinery Pollution May Soar: Midwest Projects Would Increase Emissions up to 40%
Chicago Tribune, February 12, 2008
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